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Oconee Today -- Jan. 5

Blood pressure checks for seniors, an Elmo birthday celebration, and college basketball are a few of the things to know about in and around Oconee today.

Weather: Temperatures will warm up slightly and hit highs in the mid to upper 50s, the National Weather Service predicts. Plenty of sunshine is expected during the day and clear skies with a low near 32 degrees overnight.

Top things to know:

  • Representatives from Athens Regional Medical Center will be at the Oconee County Senior Center this morning and offering free blood pressure checks around 10:30. .
  • Is your preschooler an Elmo fan?Β  The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services will present a Celebration of Elmo's Birthday on Feb. 3 at Rocksprings Park and Community Center. Registration is required.Β  .
  • How can you stay as clean as possible using public restrooms? .
  • The UGA women's basketball team heads to Tennessee for a 7 p.m. game.Β  Keep up with the latest scores and Lady Bulldogs' schedule at www.georgiadogs.com.

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